Celebrating 70 Years
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In September of 1954, sixty-four students entered St. Anthony’s school building as the pioneer class of Padua Academy. Padua’s first class graduated in 1958, and since then over 8,000 alumnae have been part of 70 years of scholarship and sisterhood.
These seventy years have taught us how important each student, parent, volunteer, donor and staff member is to our “school with a soul.” As we celebrate Padua, its 70 years, and the many individuals who make it what it is, we invite you into a full year of anniversary celebrations.
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All Alumnae Events
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Alumnae Happy Hour: April 12
We look forward to once again celebrating our annual Alumnae Happy Hour on Friday, April 12, 2024. Information for registration is up on Padua's social media, and was emailed to alumnae. Reach out to alumnae@paduaacademy.org if you have questions. -
Screening of A Man for Others: June 13
Join us to celebrate the life and contributions of Father Roberto Balducelli: priest, war hero, builder and miracle worker. This 90 minute documentary on Father Roberto’s life is directed by Nina Juliano Rudloff, a Padua alumna. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate the feast of St. Anthony of Padua, and attendees can head over to the Italian Festival at the conclusion of the screening!
Screening will begin at 5:00pm in Padua's Cafetorium and will include an opportunity for Q&A with the director. We ask for guest to get their FREE ticket here so they can plan appropriately for seating and snacks. -
Blue Rocks Padua Night: June 18
Join us for Padua Night at the Wilmington Blue Rocks Stadium on June 18th at 6:35 PM!Get ready for an evening of fun and baseball as Padua Academy takes over the stadium! Purchase your tickets online at bluerocks.com/group-portal using Group Passcode: Padua24. Tickets are only $10 for Upper Box seats! Plus, all Padua Academy Students and Staff get in FREE with their student ID card at the box office.This event is open to Padua families, students, staff, parents, alumnae, and friends. Make sure to grab your tickets by 6 PM on Monday, June 17th. Let's cheer on our team and make some unforgettable memories together! See you at the game!For more information visit our Padua Blue Rocks Night Page -
Welcome Back Weekend: Sept. 6 - 8
From September 6 through 8, we want to welcome you back to your Padua home! We have a weekend’s worth of different activities – come to as many as you’d like.September 6, Friday- Padua Home Volleyball game. Link to purchase tickets will be updated closer to the date.
September 7, Saturday- 5K: Location is Rockford Tower. Registration begins at 9AM and race starts at 10AM. More details and registration link will be available soon.
- Padua Home Field Hockey game and Tailgate. Link to purchase tickets will be updated closer to the date. Registration link will be available soon for the tailgate.
September 8, Sunday- Sunday Mass at St. Anthony's Church at 5pm.
- Spaghetti Dinner in Padua’s Cafetorium from 5pm - 7:30pm. Tickets will be available for purchase online.
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Sip & Shop: December
While the date is still being finalized, we plan to hold our Sip ’n Shop event again in December of 2024. Keep your eyes peeled for more information in the fall of 2024 if you’d like to be involved as a vendor or as a shopper!
Thank You To Our Decade Sponsor
Decade Specific Events
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50's Decade Celebration: See Recap
On February 27, 2024, members of Padua's Classes of 1958 and 1959 came together to celebrate Padua’s “fifties” history! The brunch event was held at the University and Whist Club, with attendees enjoying time together to reconnect and reminisce. A current student shared with our alumnae guests: "As a member of Padua’s Class of 2025, I am excited to share this celebration with you. Even so early in our 70th year, it’s clear that Padua is what it is today thanks to the foundation laid by you and so many others. I am grateful to have inherited the Padua tradition you began. It is the tradition of an academic community deeply impacted by faith and service. One of the things I appreciate about Padua is the culture fostered and the community of students and faculty who strive to create a more inclusive, welcoming environment for each person who walks through Padua’s doors." Photos from the event are posted here. -
60's Decade Celebration: See Recap
On March 27, 2024, members of Padua's Classes of 1960 through 1969 came together to celebrate Padua’s “sixties” history! There were even a few alumnae from the Class of 1970 who wanted to see their friends who graduated ahead of them! The afternoon tea was held at the University and Whist Club, with attendees enjoying time together to reconnect and reminisce. Some alumnae even came early to join our students for Stations of the Cross before walking over to the event.
A current student shared with our alumnae guests: "I love Padua for many reasons, one reason being because it allows me to express who I am and teaches me the skills to become the person I hope to be one day...I am very fortunate to say I have had so many opportunities to learn through clubs and sports. In the classroom and on the court, I have been able to grow as a person and grow in leadership. I have also encountered true sisterhood in all of the classes, clubs, and sports I participate in....I have truly found such a family on [the dance] team and it is the place I call home in this school. From me and the rest of the Padua pandas, thank you so much for your role in the history of this school that we love and appreciate so much." -
70's Decade Celebration: See Recap
On April 23, 2024, members of Padua's Classes of 1970 through 1979 came together to celebrate Padua’s “seventies” history! The event was held at the University and Whist Club, with attendees thoroughly enjoying time together to reconnect and reminisce. The event offered light refreshments and a cash bar. Padua's a cappella group, the Broom Street Belles, joined the gathering to share a few of their songs. There's no question that these alumnae loved being together, and the Class of 1979 gets a special shout out for having the largest showing! A few alumnae even extended their evening with a visit after the event to Padua's Evening of the Arts where they enjoyed the artwork of our current students. A full photo album from the event is posted to the Alumnae Facebook page. -
80's Decade Celebration: May 14
Come together and celebrate Padua’s “eighties” history! Members of the Classes of 1980 through 1989 are invited to our 80’s Celebration on Tuesday, May 14 at 4:30PM at the University and Whist Club. All guests are asked to RSVP, as we will have refreshments. We look forward to seeing you there!
Also, for any alumnae who wish to join, you are welcome to attend the second half of a Padua home soccer game after the Celebration. Complimentary tickets will be available for any who wish to head to Abessinio stadium and cheer on the Pandas! -
90's Decade Celebration: September
We are in the midst of planning an opportunity for you to come together and celebrate Padua’s “nineties” history in September of 2024. Stay tuned for more specific information! -
00's Decade Celebration: October
We are in the midst of planning an opportunity for you to come together and celebrate Padua’s “aughts” history in October of 2024. Stay tuned for more specific information! -
10's Decade Celebration: November
We are in the midst of planning an opportunity for you to come together and celebrate Padua’s “twenty-teens” history in November of 2024. Stay tuned for more specific information! -
20's Decade Celebration: December
We are in the midst of planning an opportunity for you to come together and celebrate Padua’s “twenty-teens” history in December of 2024. Stay tuned for more specific information!
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